Heritage Open Days – 8th to 11th Sept

From 8-11 September 2016, thanks to thousands of volunteers across the country, we have the opportunity to experience local history, architecture and culture. All for free! See: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/

Ashcombe Toll House

This Toll House is the sole survivor of a pair that marked the beginning of the Brighton turnpike. It is on the south side of the A27 and was originally conceived as a store and shelter, the partner-building having accommodation for the turnpike keeper and his family. It was built circa 1820. The road was ‘de-turnpiked’ in about 1870 and the larger Toll House sited on the north side of the road demolished in about 1868. More historical information at http://pastfinders.com/ashcombe_toll_house.htm

Monk’s House, The Street, Rodmell, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3HF. Access to Monk’s House is limited as there are steps down into the property with no handrail. The grounds are partly accessible with some steps and uneven paths throughout. The National Trust advise: Please do not use a Sat Nav to find the property.